# Building permits at 518 E 43rd St, Chicago, IL

New buildings permitted at eight addresses within a quarter mile since May 1, the largest $2.1M.

Nine permits on record here. The newest, Apr 8: Line voltage electrical work. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 26 more permits (25 projects) since May 1. The nearest permit for a new building is 470 ft away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 8, 2026 | Electrical | Line voltage electrical work. Alter existing system III emergency lighting. Receptacle outlets: 0. Lighting outlets: 0. Specific location: day care. | $1,000 | [B200465207](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200465207/) |
| Dec 16, 2025 | Fire systems | Fire alarm: new system. Associated building permit:101058484. Affects: 0 dwelling units; 2 non-residential units. High-rise building: no. Voice communication: no. Special locking: no. Monitoring type: supervising station. Specific location: two eastern retail units. | Not listed | [B200449992](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200449992/) |
| Nov 3, 2025 | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Install other. Specific location: ground floor 2-east units. | $5,000 | [B200448979](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200448979/) |
| Sep 29, 2025 | Electrical | Low voltage/communication electrical work. Alter existing other. Specific location: first floor ground level suites. | $2,000 | [B200444705](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200444705/) |
| Nov 4, 2024 | Alteration or repair | Proposed rear shed, east side 6' wood/iron fence, internal renovations in an existing 1 story day care, per plans.(conditional permit subject to field inspections) | $40,000 | [101058484](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101058484/) |
| Nov 25, 2013 | Alteration or repair | Extend existing day care center into existing tenant space. Replace 40 gal. Water heater with new 50 gallon tank. Provide new children toilets and vanities, sinks in change area. Relocate electrical light fixtures, extend alarm system. Work to be per plans. | $68,200 | [100488099](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100488099/) |
| Apr 1, 2011 | Other | Install one heil 5 ton condensing unitin the rear yard,remote, air cooled, r410a. | Not listed | [100387839](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100387839/) |
| Apr 1, 2011 | Mechanical (HVAC) | Replace 1 furnace for beauty parlor- no recirculation permitted from spaces. | Not listed | [100385127](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/100385127/) |
| May 22, 2007 | Electrical | Install 200 amp service, 20 outlets, 3 fixtures only | $1,800 | [B100179959](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B100179959/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

26 permits in the circle. From our copy of the city's data (last 24 months).

### Next door (under 250 ft), 1 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 6, 2026 | [501 E 43rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/501-e-43rd-st/) | 210 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Spr 2019 CBRC: exterior rooftop pergola and structure on existing occupiable rooftop on three-story single family home (occupancy group R-5, type VA construction) | $2,500 | [101059050](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101059050/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 17 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 29, 2026 | [4233 S St Lawrence Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4233-s-st-lawrence-ave/) | 560 ft NE | Solar | Install solar panels on roof of principal building. Roof type: low-sloped ( | $18,700 | [B200509638](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200509638/) |
| Sep 24, 2026 | [615 E 42nd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/615-e-42nd-st/) | 850 ft NE | Plumbing | Repair or in-kind replacement of 0 plumbing fixtures as described in permit application. Repair or in-kind replacement of hot water heater(s). Locations: 1 residential unit(s), 0 non-residential unit(s), basement. | $3,553 | [B200512526](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200512526/) |
| Sep 22, 2026 | [4233 S St Lawrence Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4233-s-st-lawrence-ave/) | 560 ft NE | Solar | Install solar panels on roof of accessory building. Roof type: low-sloped ( | $18,700 | [B200509640](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200509640/) |
| Sep 17, 2026 | [433 E 42nd Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/433-e-42nd-pl/) | 570 ft NW | New building | Self-cert 2019 CBC: full building permit for 3 story 3 d.u. Building with basement, rear porch with stair at 1st/2nd/3rd story, detached 3 car garage as per plan (occupancy group R-5, type VA construction). | $650,737 | [101084889](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084889/) |
| Sep 11, 2026 | [4345 S Forrestville Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4345-s-forrestville-ave/) | 550 ft S | Fence, wall or deck | New detached wood frame garage. Dimensions and setbacks per application. Building outside dimensions: 22'-0' ' x14'-0' '. Hip roof height to peak: 12'-0' '. | $38,109 | [B200511281](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200511281/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [536 E 42nd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/536-e-42nd-st/) | 730 ft NE | Sign | Installation of flat logo signage on building wall. | $500 | [101082249](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082249/) |
| Aug 19, 2026 | [536 E 42nd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/536-e-42nd-st/) | 730 ft NE | Sign | Installation of flat logo signage on building wall. | $1,500 | [101082248](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082248/) |
| Aug 18, 2026 | [4301 S Dr Martin L King Jr Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4301-s-dr-martin-l-king-jr-dr/) | 910 ft W | Alteration or repair | Convert first floor (only) of existing type IIIA construction 2-story masonry office building to new daycare. New mechanical, electrical and plumbing for first floor only, 2 new interior openings in masonry to combine all units (change of occupancy from B to e-2) new parking lot, driveway, landscape | $25,000 | [101077612](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101077612/) |
| Aug 17, 2026 | [443 E 42nd Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/443-e-42nd-pl/) | 470 ft NW | Other | For permit 101080677: replacement general contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200479427](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200479427/) |
| Aug 17, 2026 | [439 E 42nd Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/439-e-42nd-pl/) | 510 ft NW | Other | For permit 101077678: replacement general contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200479425](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200479425/) |
| Jul 24, 2026 | [428 E 42nd Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/428-e-42nd-pl/) | 650 ft NW | Other | For permit 101080684: replacement general contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200479601](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200479601/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [428 E 42nd Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/428-e-42nd-pl/) | 650 ft NW | New building | 2019 CBC - Erection of new 3-story apartment building- address 428 E. 42Nd pl. Consisting of total 3 du and 1 detached garage for 2 parking spaces located on the same lot. Blg includes, exit roof penthouse enclosure, one open exit exterior stair up to private roof deck and t/garage, open yard space  | $1,200,000 | [101080684](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101080684/) |
| Jul 15, 2026 | [443 E 42nd Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/443-e-42nd-pl/) | 470 ft NW | New building | 2019 CBC - Erection of new 3-story apartment building- address 443 E. 42Nd pl. Consisting of total 3 du and and 1 detached garage for 2 parking space located on the same lot. Blg includes, one open rear exit exterior stair up to 2nd and 3rd floor t/ garage deck and private roof deck #1 - private roo | $1,200,000 | [101080677](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101080677/) |
| Jun 9, 2026 | [4257 S Dr Martin Luther King Jr Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4257-s-dr-martin-luther-king-jr-dr/) | 910 ft W | Alteration or repair | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 500 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 0, MAX. Length 0. Location: north, east, south and west elevations. | $46,800 | [B200472351](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200472351/) |
| May 28, 2026 | [515 E Bowen Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/515-e-bowen-ave/) | 910 ft N | New building | Spr 2019 CBC: new 3-story, 3-unit residential masonry building, 3a construction, slab-on-grade, w/ 3-story open rear steel egress stair, rear steel decks @ 2nd & 3rd floors, rear concrete patio, 3-car concrete parking pad, as per plan | $440,000 | [101082657](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082657/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [439 E 42nd Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/439-e-42nd-pl/) | 510 ft NW | New building | Proposed 3 story/3 unit residence w/ground floor type a unit and roof deck/stair enclosure, rear 3 story stairs, 5' front metal/6' side wood fences, and 1 ADA space garage, per plans. Administrative adjustment #26-058-2/2 to reduce the required rear yard open space approved 04.23.2026. Certified pla | $1,200,000 | [101077678](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101077678/) |
| May 1, 2026 | [437 E 42nd Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/437-e-42nd-pl/) | 530 ft NW | Other | For permit 101077131: replacement general contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. | Not listed | [B200467020](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200467020/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 8 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 11, 2026 | [4243 S Langley Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4243-s-langley-ave/) | 0.22 mi E | Plumbing | For permit 101085145: replacement plumbing contractor. New contractor(s) listed under "other applicants and contractors" on permit certificate. Change of owner for permit 101085145. New owner listed on this permit. | Not listed | [B200511213](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200511213/) |
| Sep 2, 2026 | [4203 S Langley Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4203-s-langley-ave/) | 0.25 mi NE | Fence, wall or deck | New detached wood frame garage. Dimensions and setbacks per application. Building outside dimensions: 24'-0' ' x15'-6' '. Gable roof height to peak: 15'-0' '. | $36,615 | [B200510132](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200510132/) |
| Aug 21, 2026 | [4320 S Langley Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4320-s-langley-ave/) | 0.21 mi E | Fence, wall or deck | Repair (26% to 50%) for wood porch (open) (quantity: 1, location: rear of building). | $12,900 | [B200508131](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200508131/) |
| Aug 14, 2026 | [4243 S Langley Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4243-s-langley-ave/) | 0.22 mi E | New building | Spr 2019 CBC erect 3 story, 3 dwelling units residence with rear 2 story open deck and 3 parking spaces. Erect 4' high metal fence and gate. | $730,000 | [101085145](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085145/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [4415 S Dr Martin L King Jr Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4415-s-dr-martin-l-king-jr-dr/) | 0.24 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Self-cert 2019 cbrb: alterations to a two-story elementary school, including second floor ceilings and lighting, first floor storefront, landscaping, and structure. No changes to existing occupancy, e-1 schools; type IB construction. | $3,000,000 | [101084154](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101084154/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [4433 S St Lawrence Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4433-s-st-lawrence-ave/) | 0.22 mi SE | New building | Permit expires on 09/08/2026 erection starts: 8/28/2026, erection ends: 8/29/2026. CBC 2019 - Reinstatement of 2025 permit 101073341 for the 2026 black & bronze fest on aug 29 with the same 1-24x32 sl-250 mobile stage with wings. Sound works production inc. | $4,000 | [101085341](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101085341/) |
| Jun 5, 2026 | [4352 S Dr Martin Luther King Jr Dr](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4352-s-dr-martin-luther-king-jr-dr/) | 0.22 mi SW | Fence, wall or deck | Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair / replacement: 600 SQ. FT., Lintel qty. 5, MAX. Length 5. Location: rear coach house/garage. | $20,000 | [B200471134](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/B200471134/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [4437 S Vincennes Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/4437-s-vincennes-ave/) | 0.21 mi S | New building | Self cert 2019 CBC : erect new 6 unit 4 story VA aparment building with basement, fully sprinkled system 13-r, first, second, third fl front porches, fourth fl rear roof deck and 6 car garage with roof deck, existing occupancy R-2, proposed occupancy R-2, type construction VA, per plans | $2,137,050 | [101082202](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/permit/101082202/) |

## More on this street

Other addresses on E 43rd St with permits, nearest house number first:

- [501 E 43rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/501-e-43rd-st/): newest permit May 6, 2026
- [440 E 43rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/440-e-43rd-st/): newest permit Mar 6, 2025
- [421 E 43rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/421-e-43rd-st/): newest permit Oct 22, 2025
- [360 E 43rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/360-e-43rd-st/): newest permit Apr 8, 2026
- [324 E 43rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/324-e-43rd-st/): newest permit Apr 23, 2026
- [318 E 43rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/318-e-43rd-st/): newest permit Apr 1, 2026
- [314 E 43rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/314-e-43rd-st/): newest permit Jan 22, 2026
- [226 E 43rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/226-e-43rd-st/): newest permit Jul 28, 2026
- [200 E 43rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/200-e-43rd-st/): newest permit Dec 3, 2025
- [123 E 43rd St](https://nearbypermits.com/chicago/address/123-e-43rd-st/): newest permit Sep 18, 2026

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